Boston Celtics

On Sunday evening, the Los Angeles Lakers fell back into the loss column with a tough home defeat at the hands of the Boston Celtics. Luka Doncic put 25 points on the board in this one, but he wasn’t particularly efficient getting there, shooting 9-22 from the field and only mustering three assists. Throughout the […] The post Bill Simmons thinks even Lakers star LeBron James is appalled by Luka Doncic’s ‘foul b****ing’ appeared first on ClutchPoints .

Austin Reaves appeared visibly frustrated while addressing the nature of officiating during the game against the Celtics.

Although basketball after the All-Star break always tends to feel like a drag in the NBA season with the finish line inching closer, it’s actually a very important time for teams around the league to cement their status as real title threats. We are familiar with the Oklahoma City Thunder and other teams that have […] The post ClutchPoints’ 2025-26 NBA Power Rankings Week 18: Cavs, Celtics rise into top 5 appeared first on ClutchPoints .

The Boston Celtics remain near the top of the Eastern Conference standings, and Kendrick Perkins believes they do not need Jayson Tatum to make another NBA Finals run. Speaking on First Take, the former NBA champion made a direct claim about his former team’s ceiling. “They can go to the NBA Finals without [Jayson] Tatum. […] The post Kendrick Perkins says Celtics can reach NBA Finals without Jayson Tatum appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Jayson Tatum revealed Saturday he recently participated in a 5-on-5 workout with Boston Celtics teammates, marking a notable milestone in his recovery from a torn Achilles. However, Tatum said he has not set a return date and has not ruled out missing the remainder of the season. "There was a little 5-on-5 during the workout," Tatum said. "Just getting acclimated more and doing limited things with some of the guys out there. But it's all a part of the rehab. We're just going with the plan." P...

Chris Forsberg empties his notebook on the Jaylen Brown MVP chatter growing louder, the Celtics morphing into an elite defensive team and more.

Boston’s defense, Payton Pritchard’s shotmaking, and Nikola Vucevic’s interior presence controlled the game from start to finish. Hugo Gonzalez also had his moment against Luka Doncic in a matchup that felt symbolic.

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The Los Angeles Lakers honored a franchise legend on Sunday afternoon when they unveiled the statue of former head coach Pat Riley in a private ceremony. The best way to honor Riley though would be by beating the rival Boston Celtics, and they had a chance to do exactly that. Unfortunately though, the Celtics were […]

LeBron James called out Jaylen Brown for "that s**t he said about Bronny at Summer League" in 2024 on Sunday night.

Boston Celtics head coach Joe Mazzulla highlighted his team’s defensive execution following their 111-89 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday at Crypto.com Arena. The Celtics limited a trio of 20-plus-point scorers, including a 30-point contributor, and Mazzulla credited his team’s disciplined approach. “Yeah, I mean, you’re never going to stop them. I think […] The post Joe Mazzulla praises Celtics’ defensive discipline after dominant win over Lakers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .

Jaylen Brown, Payton Pritchard, and the Celtics have blown out expectations this season. Sunday’s big-time win against the Lakers was the latest such example.

Jaylen Brown had 32 points, eight rebounds and seven assists, and the Boston Celtics swept the season series in the NBA's most storied rivalry with a 111-89 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Sunday night. Payton Pritchard scored 30 points with six 3-pointers and eight assists for the Celtics, who have won three straight and eight of nine as they attempt to close the gap on Detroit atop the Eastern Conference standings.

Luka Doncic had 25 points for the Lakers, but they can't stop the Celtics from the three-point line and lose.

Boston Celtics (37-19, second in the Eastern Conference) vs. Phoenix Suns (33-25, seventh in the Western Conference) Phoenix; Tuesday, 9 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Celtics -6.5; over/under is 209.5 BOTTOM LINE: Boston will try to continue its three-game win streak with a victory over Phoenix. The Suns are 19-11 on their home court. Phoenix ranks third in the NBA with 13.1 offensive rebounds per game led by Mark Williams averaging 3.1 offensive boards. The Celtics have gone 19-10 away fr...

Fans have been kept guessing whether Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum will see action this season as he continues to recover from his Achilles injury. Multiple reports have stated that Tatum is on the right track and ahead of schedule. He has hit multiple milestones, including participating in controlled 5‑on‑5 scrimmages and working out alongside […] The post Celtics’ Joe Mazzulla issues intriguing hint on Jayson Tatum’s status after practice appeared first on ClutchPoints .

A blowout win for the Boston Celtics over the Los Angeles Lakers to sweep the two-game series of the 2025-26 NBA Regular Season The post Doncic jokes about technicals after frustrating loss: “Surprised it wasn’t me” appeared first on Eurohoops .

Bulls guard Anfernee Simons will have additional imaging on his injured left wrist on Monday and see a hand specialist, coach Billy Donovan said.

Grading every Lakers player’s performance from the team’s 111-89 loss to the Celtics.